Copper

Copper  Copper is a mineral that aids in the formation of bone, hemoglobin, red blood cells; works in  balance with Zinc and Vitamin C to form elastin (a skin protein); is involved in the healing process, energy production, and hair and skin coloring. Continued Below

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Copper is an essential trace mineral with the highest concentration found in the brain. It is responsible for a variety of enzymatic reactions in the body and deficiency is not common because copper water pipes in many homes and copper cookware are sources of dietary copper.

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The absorption and utilization of copper can be hindered by elevated intakes of copper antagonists such as zinc, iron, vitamin C and fructose sweeteners.

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The intake of copper in sebacate salt form improves its bioavailability. Tests have shown it to be the only form of copper able to promptly restore the function of the copper enzymes tyrosinase, lysyl oxidase, and ceruloplasmin.

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BioCitrate™ Copper is a specially chelated form of copper using citric acid. Minerals bonded with citric acid are specifically formulated for people with insufficient stomach acid and are intended to improve mineral bioavailability.

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Copper is a vital component of several enzymes responsible for energy production, immune system function, red blood cell formation and connective tissue maintenance. Copper is also incorporated into the important antioxidant superoxide dismutase.

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Zinc and copper share similar functions in the body. Both minerals are necessary for the development of the enzyme superoxide dismutase, an important antioxidant.

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A proper zinc to copper ratio is also important for healthy lipoprotein and cholesterol levels.

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Copper sebacate (copper bound to sebacic acid) has been shown to provide superior copper absorption and utilization. Also, studies have shown it can mimic the antioxidant function of copper s.o.d.. Copper is important as a cofactor for many enzyme systems (including s.o.d.. And other antioxidants), as a catalyst in the synthesis of hemoglobin and in collagen formation, energy production, control of iron, and protection of nerve fibers.

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Copper

Copper is classified as an essential mineral. If one's body does not acquire a sufficient amount of copper, hemoglobin production is decreased and copper anemia can result.

Various enzyme reactions require copper as well. In your body, the liver and brain contain the largest amounts of copper.

Copper imbalances can produce various symptoms, inefficient utilization of iron and protein, diarrhea, high cholesterol, thyroid problems, stunted growth, mental and emotional problems.

Nutritional copper is believed to be beneficial in helping overcome chronic inflammation, gray hair, cancer, parasites, arthritis, skin wrinkles and joint problems such as arthritis, bursitis and rheumatism. 

Studies have been published that further establish the negative effects of copper deficiency in humans.

Copper is of vital importance for many reasons: protects us from cardiovascular disease, osteoporosis, free radicals, and cancer.

Copper is also vital for keeping our skin, blood vessels and connective tissue supple and elastic.

These well-documented findings came as a surprise to many who had been misled to believe that copper should be avoided because it is toxic and can generate free radicals.

Rich sources of copper include oysters, beef or lamb liver, Brazil nuts, blackstrap molasses, cocoa, and black pepper. Good sourcesinclude lobster, nuts and sunflower seeds, green olives, avocados and wheat bran.

The RDA for copper in normal healthy adults is 0.9 mg/day.

On the other hand, professional research on the subject recommends 3.0 mg/day.

Because of its role in facilitating iron uptake, copper deficiency can often produce anemia-like symptoms.

In humans, the symptoms of Wilson's disease are caused by an accumulation of copper in body tissues.

Chronic copper depletion leads to abnormalities in metabolism of fats, high triglycerides, non-alcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH), fatty liver disease and poor melanin and dopamine synthesis causing depression and sunburn.

Food rich in copper should be eaten away from any milk or egg proteins as they block absorption. *

* Read The Article in Wikipedia, Jan 3, 2009

** Read the Article in Wikipedia with references and links, Jan 19, 2012

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Copper

Copper is a mineral that contributes to healing, synthesis of hemoglobin, hair and skin color.

Copper also helps collagen formation, cardiovascular disease, and in the treatment of arthritis.

Copper is a mineral that aids in the formation of bone, hemoglobin, red blood cells; works in  balance with Zinc and Vitamin C to form elastin (a skin protein); is involved in the healing process, energy production, hair and skin coloring, and taste sensitivity; is needed for healthy nerves and joints; is essential for the formation of collagen (a fundamental protein making up bones, skin, and connective tissue)

Deficiencies: anemia, baldness, diarrhea, general weakness, impaired respiratory, function, skin sores. [2]

SOURCES: besides its use in cookware and plumbing,... almonds. avocados. barley, beans, beets, blackstrap molasses, broccoli, garlic, lentils, liver, mushrooms, nuts, oats, oranges, pecans, radishes, raisins, salmon, seafood, soybeans, green leafy vegetables.[3]

Zinc and copper compete for absorption in the digestive tract so that a diet that is excessive in one of these minerals may result in a deficiency in the other.

Check with your doctor before supplementing with copper.

Copper deficiency is not common.

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